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Transition and Pathways – Year 11, 11TP

DescriptionAssessmentPre-requisitesVoluntary contributionQualification availableTo discuss contact
In Year 11 Transition and Pathways you will be provided with the opportunity to explore the world of work. This includes employment rights and responsibilities, producing a CV, interview skills, occupational health and safety practices, business correspondence, budgeting skills, working in teams and employment legislation. You are encouraged to attend at least one STAR funded short course during the year.Internally assessed unit standards.NilNilMs Johnson

Transition and Pathways – Year 12, 12TP

DescriptionAssessmentPre-requisitesVoluntary contributionQualification availableTo discuss contact
In Year 12 Transition and Pathways you will be provided with the opportunity to explore the world of work. This includes interview skills, career planning, taxation and other deductions, employment agreements, tertiary study funding and working in a team. You will also gain knowledge of consumerism and independent living. You will be encouraged to attend at least one STAR funded short course during the year.Internally assessed unit standardsNilNilNCEA Level 2Ms Johnson

Gateway – Year 12 and 13, 12/13GW

DescriptionAssessmentPre-requisitesVoluntary contributionNoteQualification availableTo discuss contact
This programme is available to Yr12 and Yr13 students who wish to combine practical learning in the workplace with school study over the course of the year.Gateway may be ideal for you:If you have some ideas about your career path and want to make a start on preparing for employment or tertiary training in your field of interestIf you are wishing to explore pathways and/or gain valuable work experience in a work environment Gateway includes:Interactive unit standards (Level 2 and 3) completed in class covering sought after skills by employers including communication, customer service, interview skills, working with and in the communityThe opportunity to gain industry related creditsParticipation in the compulsory FlowerPot pop up retail programme for Year 12 students (16 Level 2 credits)Work placements which are available in a variety of industries including early childhood education, automotive, building and construction, retail, hospitality, horticulture, hairdressing and community to name a fewInternally assessed unit standardsYou need to apply to join the programme and be interviewed to assess your suitability.NilThis subject is not on the approved subject list for University Entrance but the Level 3 credits contribute towards NCEA Level 3 which is required for UE. NCEA Level 2 or 3Ms McGuinness or Ms Caseley

General Studies – Year 12, 12GS

DescriptionAssessmentPre-requisitesVoluntary contributionTo discuss contact
This course is intended for students who wish to complete only five Level 2 assessed subjects and is viewed by the school as an important aspect of the Year 12 course. It will provide you with the opportunity to manage your learning during three study periods per week. The following modules are available and these are rotated term 1-3: health, driver education, wellness and financial literacy. These modules are subject to confirmation.N/ANilNilMs Johnson

Customer Service Skills – Year 13, 13CSS

DescriptionAssessmentPre-requisitesNoteQualification availableTo discuss contact
This course is intended for those students who wish to focus on four standard subjects for NCEA, while gaining extra credits towards their NCEA Level 3 certificate. You will complete a range of modules which will develop your customer service skills during three timetabled periods per week. During this course you will also have the opportunity to manage your learning during two extra study periods per week. These modules are subject to confirmation.Internally assessed unit standardsNilThis subject is not on the approved list for University Entrance but the credits contribute towards NCEA Level 3 which is required for UENCEA Level 3Ms Johnson

Tourism - Year 13, 13TO

DescriptionAssessmentPre-requisitesNoteQualification availableTo discuss contact
This course involves the study of New Zealand tourism and the impact that the fluctuating domestic and international tourist numbers has on Aotearoa. You will also get the opportunity to study travelling in Pacific Island countries or UK & Ireland or Australia as tourist destinations. Kiwis pride themselves on their big OE or gap year so Tourism is a great opportunity to help students’ prepare for future trips abroad and/or investigate career options they may be interested in. This course questions New Zealanders’ understanding of the importance of Māori place names with demonstrating correct pronunciation. Students will research tourist attractions, plan itineraries and gain knowledge on how to enhance tourists experiences while travelling. Students in this class get preference to attend Tourism and Hospitality STAR courses which are offered throughout the year.This course is fully internally assessedNilThis subject is not on the approved list for University Entrance but the credits contribute towards NCEA Level 3 which is required for UE.NCEA Level 3Ms Moran

Criminal minds literacy - 11CML

DescriptionAssessmentPre-requisitesTo discuss contact
In 2024 we will investigate the criminal mind through detective stories, fictional, historical and current. We will use literacy skills to uncover clues and solve crime. We will go on to learn the value and importance of mindful arguments. We will learn to construct, write and deliver robust, relevant arguments supported by reliable evidence. This course is designed to support students so that they are prepared to meet the literacy corequisites. There is no homework or assessment. Your progress is monitored by your teacher and the Dean.Entry to this course is limited. You, your parents, the Head of Learning Support and your Dean can help you to decide if this course is for you.Ms Willingale

Learning Studies - 11LS, 12LS, 13LS

DescriptionAssessmentPre-requisitesTo discuss contact
Learning Studies provides you with a supportive environment where you can develop learning strategies for secondary school. You will have the opportunity in a small class environment to get help with other subjects and internals or help organising your time. If you feel that you need longer to complete class work, lack confidence, can be disorganised, find aspects of school challenging, then this option could be of benefit to you. There is no homework or assessment. Your progress is monitored by your Learning Studies teacher and the Dean.Entry to this course is limited. You, your parents, the Head of Learning Support and your Dean can help you to decide if this course is for you.Ms Willingale